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Crystal Pier Hotel & CottagesvsL'Auberge Del Mar
Both properties are praised by experts. Overall, L'Auberge Del Mar scores slightly better than Crystal Pier Hotel & Cottages. L'Auberge Del Mar ranks #21 in San Diego with positive reviews from 9 sources including BlackBook, oyster.com and Jetsetter.
Crystal Pier Hotel & Cottages
Concierge
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Michelin Guide
Gayot
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4500 Ocean Blvd., San Diego, CA 92109
From $0/night
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
- Beach
- Flatscreen TV
- Refrigerator
- Private balcony
Concierge "The Crystal Pier is perfect for vacationing families, groups of friends, and pretty much everyone else, too."
Fodor's "Rustic little oases with a charm all their own, the cottages may lack some of the amenities of comparably priced hotels, but you're paying for character and proximity to the ocean." Full review
Lonely Planet "Charming, wonderful and unlike anyplace else in San Diego, Crystal Pier has cottages built right on the pier above the water." Full review
Travel + Leisure "There is simply no way to get any closer to the ocean in San Diego than staying at the Crystal Pier Hotel." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Reservations are essential for these 1927 Cape Cod-style cottages which sit directly on the pier. Many have kitchenettes, and patios with views of Pacific Beach."
Rough Guide "Beautiful deluxe cottages built in the 1920s and situated right on the pier. All rooms are suites with private decks, and most have kitchenettes."
Michelin Guide "On a dock that juts into the ocean at Pacific Beach, a series of comfortable, blue-and-white cottages provide unique over-the water lodging."
Gayot "Picture your own little village of historic cottages set atop the Pacific Ocean and you've envisioned The Crystal Pier Hotel."
National Geographic "“Rooms are literally above the water, you feel the waves as you sleep”...this 29-room inn has a unique setting on an 80-year-old wooden pier extending into the ocean. " Full review
Afar Magazine "Crystal Pier Hotel is a group of cottages that were built in the 1920s...they each come with a kitchenette and sit on a pier over the Pacific Ocean. " Full review
L'Auberge Del Mar Concierge
Oyster DK Eyewitness
BlackBook
Zagat Lonely Planet
Jetsetter Gayot Travel + Leisure
Time Out Show All Reviews
1540 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014
From $370/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Concierge "It's a family-friendly 5.2-acre spread with two nice pools, spacious decks, and terraces with Pacific views."
OysterLuxury
"The 120-room L'Auberge Del Mar is one of the top hotels on the Southern California coastline." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Join the list of Hollywood notables who relax at this boutique hotel and spa near the Pacific. The rooms feature marble baths and many have private balconies and fireplaces."
BlackBook "The jewel of Del Mar village has never been so fresh or chic, thanks to a mega remodel."
Zagat4.5
""A little bit of heaven in upscale Del Mar", steps from the beach and with "gorgeous" views of the Pacific, this "hip", "elegant" boutique is a "splurge" but "worth it"."
Lonely Planet "L’Auberge continues a tradition of European-style elegance with luxurious linens, a spa and lovely grounds." Full review
Jetsetter "Estate-style grace complemented by views of the Pacific, an award-winning restaurant and a private path to the beach." Full review
Gayot "This unique seaside hotel is located near the race track in the cozy beach community of Del Mar."
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Guests can walk to dozens of trendy local eateries, but with restaurants KITCHEN 1540 and seafood-centric Coastline on-site, they may also choose to stay put.
Travel + Leisure "This seaside hotel has stunning views, outdoor fire pits, and a bustling nighttime bar scene." Full review
Time Out "With gorgeous views of the Pacific, it also houses signature contemporary restaurant Kitchen 1450...all 121 guestrooms offer coastal, garden or village views with their own balcony or patio." Full review
